After I finished my blog yesterday, I wondered "what in the world was I going to post tomorrow?" Then I had to start working on the planning and organizing of my first grader's class holiday party. I forgot to add to my list of many titles that I am the class "Room Mom." As I got deeper into the project, the light went off in my head. I already had it done for me. I would just make this about the party.
Party planning and organizing CAN be fun! Just follow simple steps and it becomes easy. I will walk you through it and then tell you about ours.
1. Plan (start a list)- Decide if you are having a theme or not.
You need to write up a menu so you know what to ask parents to send in.
Know how many you are planning for (students, teachers, & helpers).
Decide if you are having decorations
Decide on activities
2. Names, phone numbers, & emails- You need these to contact parents for their assignments
It's that simple. Once you have your ideas and your list of people to call. You simply call them, explain why you are calling and what you would like them to send in. Then, thank them very much because without our parent volunteers, these wonderful experiences for our children wouldn't happen.
Now, here is my plan for our party.
First Grade Class/ Polar Express Party
Menu & Supplies needed;
Hot chocolate & marshmallows with candy canes for stirring
cookies
yogurt covered raisins (snowballs)
red & green rice krispie treats
bell necklaces
plates, cups, napkins
Activities;The students will be wearing pajamas to school. The class will have a bathroom break before party time. On the way back they will be given a custom ticket, that I found online, to have punched as they come in the door. They will watch the movie, The Polar Express, and have their goodies.
At some point, we will have taped the bells under their seats and then when they are moving around somebody will "accidentally" find them.
I also have a book, to be printed up (also found online). It can be done in class or stapled together for them to take home and do.
Everyone I have talked to about our party is very excited. I think it's going to be awesome. I'll let you know.
hint; I am going to have the hot chocolate sent in a day or two early so I can make it ahead of time. I am going to put it in my round, gatorade cooler with a spout. It will stay hot and makes for much easier serving. I did this and took it to our town's Christmas parade because it was freezing. My family was very happy that I did!
There ya go! Hope your party turns out simply, wonderful!
Affectionately,
Franci
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